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September 25, 2025World Journal of Clinical OncologyOpen Access

Historical rise of cancer and dietary linoleic acid: Mechanisms and therapeutic strategies

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JMJoseph Mercola

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This review explores linoleic acid's role in cancer pathways and dietary strategies, suggesting key implications for cancer prevention.

Key Points

  • Increased linoleic acid intake is associated with a rise in cancer incidence, particularly breast and colorectal cancer.
  • Preclinical studies indicate that oxidative stress from linoleic acid may lead to cellular damage, promoting cancer development.
  • The ketogenic diet, while beneficial for metabolic control, may hinder gut health by limiting fiber necessary for microbiota balance.
  • A proposed protocol suggests reducing linoleic acid intake to support metabolic function and immune resilience, though lacks clinical validation.

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Joseph Mercola (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d5bd72dc445aa9033b0cbchttps://doi.org/10.5306/wjco.v16.i9.110686
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